pore

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pore

A scientist examines a leaf's pore under a microscope.

Definition

  1. Noun:

    • A minute opening in a surface, especially in the skin or a leaf: A "pore" is a very small hole that allows the passage of substances like gases, liquids, or vapors.
    • A small opening in a biological membrane or tissue: In biology, a "pore" refers to any tiny aperture that permits the movement of materials.

  2. Verb:

    • To be absorbed in reading or studying something; to examine or study with great attention: To "pore" means to look at or read something very carefully and intently for a long period.
Examples of Usage

  • Noun:

    • Sweat is released through the pores in your skin.
    • The leaf's pores, called stomata, allow it to take in carbon dioxide.

  • Verb:

    • She pored over the ancient manuscript for hours, searching for clues.
    • He pored through the financial reports to find the error.
Advanced Usage

  • "to pore over": To examine or read something with great concentration and attention to detail.

    • The detective pored over the evidence, looking for a connection.

  • "to pore through": To look through a collection of documents or items carefully.

    • I had to pore through hundreds of applications to find the right candidate.
Variants and Related Words

  • Porous (adj): Having many small holes that allow liquid or air to pass through.

    • Sponges are porous materials.

  • Porosity (n): The quality or state of being porous.

    • The porosity of the soil affects how well water drains.
Synonyms
  • Noun: Opening, orifice, hole, stoma (specifically in plants).
  • Verb: Scrutinize, study, examine, peruse.
Related Phrasal Verbs
  • Pore over: To study or examine something carefully.
    • Students often pore over their textbooks the night before an exam.
Related Idioms
  • None directly associated with the verb "pore" as a standalone word. (Note: The verb is almost exclusively used in the phrasal construction "pore over" or "pore through.")
pore

A scientist examines a leaf's pore under a microscope.

Noun
  1. a minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass
  2. any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal
  3. any tiny hole admitting passage of a liquid (fluid or gas)
Verb
  1. direct one's attention on something
    • Please focus on your studies and not on your hobbies

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